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Bois-des-Filion, QC

Quebec

Bois-des-Filion is a small city in Quebec with a population of 10,159. Residents earn $83,000 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
10,159 Population 6,029/sq mi density
$83,000 Median Income $49,400 per capita
$314,000 Home Value
$920 Median Rent 14.8% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 240 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$83,000 median income, 6.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$314,000 home value, $920/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $83,000
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $314,000
11% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.7%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent $920
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.3%
75% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.0%
35% lower than US avg

How Bois-des-Filion Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population10,159
Median Age41.2 yrs
Density6,029/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 84%

Economy

B+
Median Income$83,000
Per Capita$49,400
Unemployment6.3%
Poverty8.0%
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$314,000
Rent$920
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units4,255
Rent Burden14.8%

Health

Obesity26.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.9%
Depression4.1%
Heart Disease9.5%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain50.8 in/yr
Sunny Days240/yr
Elevation43 ft (13 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.7%
High School+23.6%
Graduate+2.8%

Community

Commute32 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Bois-des-Filion a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bois-des-Filion receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Bois-des-Filion offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bois-des-Filion is $83,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 8.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bois-des-Filion is $314,000, 11% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $920 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

12.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 23.6% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Bois-des-Filion experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 240 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 50.8 inches, including 77.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Bois-des-Filion has a population of 10,159 with a density of 6,029 people per square mile. The median age is 41.2 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.4%), with 2.3% Hispanic, 8.9% Black.

Population

10,159
Total Population
2021 Census
6,029
People / sq mi
41.2yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.4%
Female 52.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Bois-des-Filion vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only3.7%
95% below US avg
Spanish82.2%
513% above US avg
Other Languages14.1%

Social Characteristics

Bois-des-Filion vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bois-des-Filion is $83,000, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Bois-des-Filion vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$83,000
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$49,400

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.3%
75% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.0%
35% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.6 min
Drive Alone87.2%
Public Transit3.8%
Work from Home18.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Bois-des-Filion is $314,000, 11% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $920 (21% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$314,000
11% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$920
21% below US avg
Rent Burden14.8%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.1%
Renter-Occupied25.0%
Housing Units4,255

Property Tax

In Bois-des-Filion, 26.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.9% are current smokers. 4.1% report depression. 76.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Bois-des-Filion vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.2%
18% below US avg
Diabetes5.5%
Heart Disease9.5%
High Blood Pressure22.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.9%
36% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.0%
Physical Inactivity76.3%
Depression4.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Bois-des-Filion has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.8 inches. The area enjoys 240 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.4°F
14% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days240 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.8 inches
34% above US avg
Snowfall77.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.4 km²)
Population Density6,029/sq mi
Coordinates45.6668°N, 73.7492°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
12.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.7%
62% below US avg
High School+23.6%
Graduate Degree+2.8%
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density6,029/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.6 min
Drive Alone87.2%
Public Transit3.8%
Work from Home18.1%

Nearby Cities

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